Fake Kentucky Insurance Cards lead to charges

Nine Charged in Fake Auto Insurance Card Round-Up

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 25, 2008) – A sharp eye for detail in the Clay County clerk’s office resulted in nine Manchester area residents being charged with insurance fraud for creating or possessing fake auto insurance identification cards.

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When Clay County Clerk Freddy Thompson and his staff began seeing suspicious or altered proof of insurance cards, he brought it to the attention of the Kentucky Department of Insurance (DOI) Fraud Investigation Division. DOI fraud investigators contacted Manchester Police Chief Jeff Culver and Clay County Sheriff Kevin Johnson, along with County Attorney Clay Bishop, and began a joint investigation.

“Auto insurance is mandatory in Kentucky, and proof of insurance is required to license a vehicle. Unfortunately, the creation and possession of fake insurance cards is one of the most prevalent fraudulent activities we investigate,” said DOI Commissioner Sharon P. Clark. “Those who drive without insurance create a financial hazard for everyone.”

Culver and Thompson believe the investigation has been positive for the community, and Thompson said his staff is seeing fewer questionable cards.

“We believe news of this investigation will deter others from doing the same thing,” said Culver.

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“This is an example of teamwork at its best,” said Commissioner Clark. “I commend the Clay County law enforcement officials and Mr. Thompson and his staff for the outstanding assistance and cooperation we received in completing our investigation.”

Those charged with felony counts of insurance fraud for possessing fake cards are: Marshall D. Bodkins, 22; Lois Ann Hunter, 46; Daniel C. Mayfield, 27; Alta Mae Nolan, 29, and Bobby J. Wombles, 34, all of Manchester; David G. Caudill, 46, of Fall Rock; Rebecca Roberts, 29, of Big Creek; and Evelyn J. Simpson, 63, of Garrard. Teresa Bowling, 43, of Manchester was charged with a felony count of second degree forgery for creating a fake card.

The nine are scheduled to appear in Clay District Court on Sept. 16.

DOI is an agency of the Public Protection Cabinet.

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Kentucky Insurance Fraud Georgetown

GEORGETOWN MAN CHARGED WITH INSURANCE FRAUD

FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 31, 2008) – A Georgetown man has been charged with one felony count of insurance fraud after providing false information to Bluegrass Family Health Inc.

Darrell E. Gibson Jr. and his wife, Veronica, were divorced in December 2003. In December 2004, he allegedly listed her as his spouse on an application for health insurance obtained through his business. Veronica Gibson remained on the policy until June 2007. During that time, Bluegrass Family Health paid more than $169,000 in benefits for her health care.

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The case was investigated by the Kentucky Department of Insurance (DOI) Fraud Investigation Division.

“The company paid a significant amount in health care benefits for someone who was not eligible for coverage,” said Sharon P. Clark, DOI commissioner. “Our Fraud division actively pursues cases like this one because we all pay when insurance fraud is committed.”

The preliminary hearing in Scott District Court will be Aug. 7. If found guilty, Darrell Gibson faces a prison term of one to five years, a fine of up to $10,000, or both imprisonment and a fine.

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LOUISVILLE BUSINESS OWNER INDICTED BY GRAND JURY

Allegedly provided fake liability insurance certificates for business

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 17, 2008) – A Louisville business owner has been charged with eight felony counts of insurance fraud and eight felony counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument after allegedly presenting fraudulent liability insurance certificates for his business, All Star Trucking Company.

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Robert E. Holbert, 65, allegedly provided the fake documents to at least five companies doing business with All Star Trucking, claiming to have valid coverage when he did not, according to an investigation by the Kentucky Department of Insurance Fraud Investigation Division.

A pre-trial conference is scheduled for Sept. 2 in Jefferson Circuit Court. If found guilty, Holbert faces a prison term of one to five years on each count (not to exceed 20 years); a fine of up to $10,000 per count; or both imprisonment and a fine.

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 16, 2008) – A Louisville woman has been indicted on one felony count of insurance fraud after allegedly filing a false claim with Nationwide Insurance Company.

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Linda M. Schierer, 69, stated under oath that she drove her 2008 Toyota Corolla into a concrete post in a parking lot. The insurer’s inspection revealed damage inconsistent with striking a post. During the investigation, Schierer admitted that she was involved in a collision with another vehicle and left the scene of the accident.

Nationwide denied the claim based on the material misrepresentation. She was indicted on a felony charge because the benefit for a paid claim would have been more than $300.

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The case was investigated by the Kentucky Department of Insurance Fraud Investigation Division.

A pre-trial conference is scheduled for Aug. 18 in Jefferson Circuit Court. If found guilty, Schierer faces a prison sentence of one to five years; a fine of $10,000 or twice the amount of gain; or both a prison sentence and a fine.

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Alledged Kentucky Insurance Fraud in Corbin

CORBIN WOMAN INDICTED FOR INSURANCE FRAUD

Allegedly falsified claims history information on application

FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 11, 2008) – A Corbin woman is in custody after being indicted on a felony count of insurance fraud.

According to court documents, Christine V. Young filled out an application for homeowners insurance coverage with State Farm Insurance Company stating that she and other household members had no losses for the past three years. She also allegedly stated that no insurer had refused to issue or renew coverage during that time period.

An investigation by the Kentucky Office of Insurance (KOI) Fraud Investigation Division found that another insurer canceled Young’s homeowners policy due to misrepresentations on the application. In addition, Young was directly or indirectly involved in at least four fire losses and one major theft loss during the three-year period.

She was arrested by a KOI fraud investigator and the Corbin City Police and is being held in the Knox County Jail. If found guilty, she faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

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